Innovation in SA

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Manufacturing Excellence


Through the Centre for Innovation, we provide information, training and advisory services to help strengthen South Australia’s manufacturing sector.

These services include:

  • Forums to educate companies about lean manufacturing principles and techniques.
  • Programs to help companies implement lean manufacturing principles and techniques.
  • Specialised diagnostic and strategic advice for small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs).
  • Expert advice for local business and industry.
  • Distributing national and international research relating to manufacturing innovation.
  • Facilitating networks with key industry and government organisations.


The following business improvement programs are targeted specifically to manufacturing companies:

Through the Lean Education and Application Network, a link between SA and international expertise from Germany and Wales, the Centre for Innovation brings to your organisation all the information, assistance and tools you need to create breakthrough lean programs and extend lean to all aspects of your business.